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'We won't look for renters': Holiday lets in Spain's Santiago forced to close
Rule changes in Spain's northern city of Santiago de Compostela will force hundreds of tourist apartments to close, with owners claiming they won't turn to long-term rents instead and that the city will struggle for accommodation.
Spanish councils set to impose new 'rubbish tax' but rules remain unclear
Local councils across Spain have until 2025 to introduce a new 'rubbish tax' to help create a local circular economy and save on waste. Many city officials are not happy about it, nor are they sure who is going to pay the tax and how it's going to work.
Chinese investors rush to buy properties before Spain's golden visa ends
With Spain phasing out its golden visa through property, Chinese investors are rushing to buy Spanish flats and houses in order to get residency before the scheme officially ends.
Six key takeaways from the European elections in Spain
Who won the European elections in Spain? Who were the big losers? And what does it mean for domestic politics?
How will air travel in Spain change after crackdown on 'abusive fees'?
After budget airlines including Ryanair and EasyJet were fined €150 million by Spain's Ministry of Consumer Affairs for 'abusive practices' against passengers, many are asking what will change in terms of hand luggage and seat selection fees.
Nine things you need to know before moving to Spain's Murcia region
You don’t hear a lot about Murcia. Sandwiched between Alicante and Andalusia, the region is often overlooked by those wanting to relocate to Spain. Former Murcia resident Conor Faulkner has the lowdown on what to expect before buying a home or moving there.
Which foreigners in Spain can vote in European elections?
Which nationalities in Spain can vote in the upcoming European elections?
Spain's new Protection of Minors Law: Seven key points
Whether it be stricter age verification protocols, mandatory parental controls or virtual restraining orders, Spain's new Protection of Minors Law is a wide-ranging and ambitious piece of legislation aimed at protecting kids online.
The towns in Spain where foreigners outnumber Spaniards
There are numerous towns and villages in Spain where Spaniards are now outnumbered by foreigners, and we're not just talking about Brits on the Costa Blanca.
Which foreigners can join the Spanish military?
Spain allows foreigners who meet certain criteria to join their navy, land, and air forces, but ultimately it can come down to the person's nationality.
'Gentrified out of existence': Madrid protest adds weight to Spain's anti-tourism wave
Spain's anti-mass tourism wave arrived in Madrid on Saturday when locals took to the streets of the working-class Lavapiés area to protest against rent speculation and other policies turning their 'barrio' into a "museum neighbourhood".
One in four Spaniards think the EU's survival is in danger
As Spaniards head to the polls in European elections this month, new survey data has revealed that a significant minority of them believe the union's future could be in doubt.
KEY POINTS: Everything that changes about life in Spain in June 2024
Whether it be tax deadlines, price increases, school ending, European elections, fire-themed celebrations or anti-mass tourism protests, there's a lot going on in Spain this June.
Spain fines airlines €150 million for abusive practices against passengers
Budget airlines including Ryanair and EasyJet have been fined €150 million by Spain's Ministry of Consumer Affairs for 'abusive practices' against passengers, including charging for cabin bags and seats.
Spain identifies 522 International Brigadiers killed in Civil War
Catalan researchers have identified 522 International Brigade fighters killed in the Spanish Civil War, with hopes that DNA samples from family members could lead to their remains being exhumed.
What you need to know about widow and widower pensions in Spain
If you're a widow or widower in Spain, you may qualify for a 'pensión de viudedad' (widow's pension) if you meet certain requirements. Here's what you need to know.
Has Spain’s Housing Law completely failed to control rents?
Spain's landmark housing legislation was supposed to control rents and put greater power in the hands of tenants. A year on, experts wonder if it's really working.
Blackrock and Blackstone: The 'unknown' multinationals controlling Spain
Two American multinational investment companies with similarly forgettable names are tightening their grip on Spain's housing market, banks and industry, even though most Spaniards have never heard of them.
Spain's wealth disparity grows as the young get poorer and retirees richer
New data released by the Bank of Spain has revealed that the difference in wealth between Spanish baby boomers, millennials and Gen Z keeps growing.
Irish pensions in Spain: What you need to know
If you're an Irish pensioner who's thinking of moving to Spain, here is what you should know about where your pension will be taxed, which pension plans are tax liable in Spain and how much Spanish tax rates are.
Too hot or too cold: Spain's homes struggle to keep comfortable temperatures
Amid rising temperatures and more extreme weather, new data reveals that a significant proportion of Spaniards are struggling to keep their homes at comfortable temperatures during the winter and summer months.
Politics in Spain: 8 things we learnt from the Catalan elections
Who were the big winners and losers of Catalonia's regional elections? Is separatist kingpin Puigdemont down and out? What remains to be seen and what do the results mean for Spain?
Which Catalans want independence from Spain?
Catalan separatist politicians have taken on kingmaker roles in Spanish politics in recent months, but Catalans themselves increasingly see independence as unlikely. Which Catalans still support independence and which don't?